Gridley Park

Let me catch you up on my last week.

In Banning, I pretty much just hung out at the campground and Starbucks (decent wifi). I left there on Friday headed for Borrego Springs and my first Babes Ride Out.

The weekend started with setting up camp and a decent karaoke on Friday.

Saturday morning I walked the mile into town for breakfast, then picked up my helmet from the artist who painted an HD logo based on my #945 El Diablo motorcycle. Love it! Then I took a short riding course to work on my rear brake skills. After a late lunch that I got for free because it took over an hour to get half a tuna sandwich and a cup of clam chowder, I had a lovely rest in my tent despite high winds and a little rain.

Then it was time for the big Saturday night party themed "The '70s." I had loads of fun chatting with ladies from all over and admiring the costumes and outfits many wore. Then came time for the crowning.

I didn't know what was going on when a couple ladies grabbed me and pushed me to the front of the crowd. Turns out, I had come the furthest and was awarded Highway Queen. The honor came with two tickets to HD's Homecoming in late July and a $500 gift certificate to a motorcycle clothing company sponsoring the rally. Unfortunately, I can't attend Homecoming and none of the merchandise appeals to me, but I've given the prizes to ladies who can use them, so win-win. The rally finished with an outstanding disco.

Sunday morning, I broke camp and hit the road headed to my friend's home in Los Angeles. Because of the rainstorm that swept through the mountains Saturday night and the unusually cold weather, the road I was planning to take to go west needed snowplows. Rather than risk it, I backtracked east to Salton Sea and north to I-10. From there it was an easy day to LA, where I am for a few days.

It was a fantastic rally and I hope I can attend again!

So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

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